Our journey to becoming net zero

By Equestrian Surfaces Ltd

08 Dec 2022

Net Zero 1

Here at Equestrian Surfaces, we are proud to be the market leader in the provision of sustainable surface solutions within the equine industry. Our entire business exists because of our ability to regenerate something that is primarily considered a waste product and repurpose it into something that is not only useful but practical, durable and reliable. 

We have, therefore, had green initiatives at the forefront of what we do for several years. 

However, over the last couple of years, we have made significant investments and interventions to further boost our sustainability, reduce our carbon footprint, and eventually become Net Zero.

All of this hard work hasn’t gone unnoticed – and in June, we were lucky enough to be recognised by The Red Rose Awards, as successful winners of the RRA ‘Green Award’! Similarly, we’ve also been kindly nominated for the quirkily named ‘Planet Protector’ award at next year’s Freshies Awards. 

Last month, we were visited by the fantastic Rob Singleton and Rupert Blackstone – who led an excellent workshop for our team, where we set goals that will allow us to move towards becoming Net Zero.  

What is Net Zero?

Net Zero refers to the balance between the amount of greenhouse gases produced, and the amount removed from the atmosphere. We will be considered to have achieved ‘Net Zero’ when the amount of greenhouse gases we produce is no more than the amount we take away. Net Zero is the best way to tackle climate change by reducing global warming.

What have we done so far in our journey to becoming Net Zero?

Introducing Electrical Vehicles (EV)

In 2020, we provided four of our sales staff with electric vehicles to help reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. The result of this change is that we have since reduced our carbon footprint by 300,000 miles – or 157.875 tonnes of CO2 within the last two years. The remaining two sales cars are set to be replaced by the end of 2023!

Relocating our mixing yard to reduce our carbon footprint

In a commitment to further reduce our carbon footprint, in 2019, we moved our mixing yard from Burnley to Cheshire to be within one mile of our sand supplier. Previously, it took us over an hour to transport the sand to our mixing yard, and nowadays, it takes less than three minutes. This has saved over 324,000 miles, reducing our CO2 emissions by 459.315 tonnes during this time of HGV travel and will allow us to save over 140 tonnes of CO2 per annum. 

Upgrading our facilities

In 2017, we replaced the on-site diesel generator with a 1000kVA substation and state-of-the-art electric control room. We also upgraded all lighting systems to LED and installed a 125KW solar panel system onto the roof of our facility. This has further reduced the amount of fossil fuels we use in order to power our facilities. 

Carpet fibres 

Since 2008, we have saved over 60,000 tonnes of waste carpet fibres from ending up in landfills. Each year an enormous 400,000 – 500,000 tonnes of carpet waste goes into UK landfills each year. Here at Equestrian Surfaces Ltd, we recycle our waste carpet and turn this back into a usable product – which reduces carbon emissions by up to 65%. We’re advocates for a ‘circular economy’, which is a powerful tool to help mitigate climate change. 

What are our plans going forward?

We have an exciting few months ahead of us here at Equestrian Surfaces! In our bid to become Net Zero, we have numerous exciting projects underway that we are hoping will have a positive impact on our carbon footprint.

Over the next few months, we have several meetings, workshops, and assessments planned that centre around implementing Electric HGV vehicles into our fleet, accurately calculating our current carbon footprint, and, most importantly, creating a robust strategy for the future, in order to succeed in our mission – so watch this space!

Latest news

1

Roundhouse secures approval for new £15m office and industrial scheme in Preston Momentum

Roundhouse secures approval for new £15m office and industrial scheme in Preston

25 Jul 2025

2

Homebuilder's high-performing sales advisers clinch awards Ben Garland and Julia Lorente

Homebuilder's high-performing sales advisers clinch awards

24 Jul 2025

3

Work is set to start on Multiversity project Multiversity Blackpool

Work is set to start on Multiversity project

24 Jul 2025

4

BAE Systems welcomes MOU between Republic of Turkiye and UK for purchase of Typhoon aircraft Typhoon production Warton

BAE Systems welcomes MOU between Republic of Turkiye and UK for purchase of Typhoon aircraft

23 Jul 2025

5

Assystem to double UK jobs to deliver Sizewell C EDF Assystem

Assystem to double UK jobs to deliver Sizewell C

22 Jul 2025

Background image for hub sign up block

LBV Hub

Leverage Lancashire Business View platforms

Post your news
Post your events
Post your offers
Build your network
Improve your SEO
Gain coverage in the magazine
Sign-up
Events
Lancashire Built Environment Conference 2025
BEC 315 X 315 Px
Networking
25 Sep 2025

Lancashire Built Environment Conference 2025

Blackpool Football Club, Blackpool, FY1 6HX

08:30 - 13:00

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course

Preston Campus, Preston , PR1 2HE

09:00 - 17:00

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course

Preston Campus, Preston, PR1 2HE

08:00 - 17:00

Preston Tech Connection: Buzz Word Bingo. Challenging Todays's Buzzwords In Tech
July PTC banner long updated.png.png
LBV Hub Networking
29 Jul 2025 - 29 Jul 2025

Preston Tech Connection: Buzz Word Bingo. Challenging Todays's Buzzwords In Tech

Society1, Coworking Space, Preston, PR1 3LT

18:00 - 19:30

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: July
Longer July Banner.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Networking
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2025

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: July

Society1, Coworking Space, Preston, PR1 3LT

10:00 - 11:30

Advantage: AI – A Workshop for Business Leaders – August 14th
Navy--Event Tile.png.png
LBV Hub Seminars
14 Aug 2025 - 14 Aug 2025

Advantage: AI – A Workshop for Business Leaders – August 14th

Door4 Office, Burnley Wharf, Burnley, BB11 1JG

09:00 - 12:00

The Business Network Central & East Lancashire
LBV Header (24).png.png
LBV Hub Networking
21 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2025

The Business Network Central & East Lancashire

Mytton Fold, Langho, BB6 8AB

11:30 - 14:15

Morecambe Bay Walk
Walk.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Awards
30 Aug 2025 - 30 Aug 2025

Morecambe Bay Walk

Arnside, CARNFORTH, LA5

09:30 - 14:00

Longridge Soap Box Derby
Screenshot 2025-06-10 090035.png.png
LBV Hub Fundraisers
14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2025

Longridge Soap Box Derby

Berry Lane, Longridge, PR3 3WH

10:00 - 16:30

Cumbria Business Expo 2025
https---cdn.evbuc.com-images-880461633-4862066883-1-original.20241022-110415.jpeg.jpg
LBV Hub Exhibitions
19 Sep 2025 - 19 Sep 2025

Cumbria Business Expo 2025

Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle, CA2 4TS

09:00 - 15:00

Help to grow management course
Help to grow - barriers to growth.png.png
LBV Hub Seminars
26 Sep 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Help to grow management course

Preston Campus , Preston , PR1 2HE

09:00 - 15:00

RISE - Lancashire's unique leadership programme for women
thumbnail_Emma Weston Illustration WENDY BOWERS RISE Illustrstion.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
22 Oct 2025 - 18 Mar 2026

RISE - Lancashire's unique leadership programme for women

East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, Clayton le Moors, BB5 5JR

09:30 - 15:30

Advertise with us

Reaching 50,000 members, our print, digital and event platforms offer a fantastic way to raise your business profile and help you grow.

Find out more LBV 123 Online Graphic
Subscribe now

Weekly news bulletin